I & II Kings (Holman Old Testament Commentary | HOTC)
Digital Logos Edition
Overview
One in a series of twenty Old Testament verse-by-verse commentary books edited by Max Anders. Includes discussion starters, teaching plan, and more. Great for lay teachers and pastors alike.
Top Highlights
“Notably absent is any reference to seeking divine guidance or aid. At this moment Hezekiah was like his father, giving in to the pagan power.” (Page 316)
“While Elijah may have departed, everything of God remained. Israel’s need was not Elijah but the Lord. Elisha’s focus was on the God of the man, not the man. He had been given not only Elijah’s position but his power as well.” (Page 206)
“sovereign God who claimed the nation as his own, ‘the God of Israel’ who would tolerate no rivals.” (Page 133)
“The king of Judah had rebelled against Assyria, and Merodach was canvassing for potential allies” (Page 331)
“The central issue was not their relation to each other but their relation to God.” (Page 336)